Group 8 – D-Dome Research

Environment: Govern-less, faux-apocalyptic world where a majority of the populace leads a nomadic lifestyle.

Updated description: Wearable suit that automatically transforms into a livable shelter for one. These shelters have the ability to connect to other shelters of this kind in order to form small communities.

Primary:

Interview with MSE major about the feasibility of our durable yet light material

Interview with ME major about the logistics of our deployment mechanism

Survey to target the use cases of temporary, potentially communal shelters:

How much experience do you have camping?

None

1-5 nights

6-10 nights

11-15 nights

15+ nights

If yes, how long does it usually take to set up your tent?

1 to 10 Minutes

10 to 30 Minutes

30 to 45 Minutes

45 to 60 Minutes

60+ Minutes

3) Would you feel safe and comfortable sleeping in a tent in an unfamiliar environment

Yes

No

4) Would you feel safe camping on your own?

Yes

No

5) If you saw another camper on the same trail, would you likely join up with them?

Yes

No

Note: We will formally post this survey as a separate blog post by the end of today.

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